AegisRoad vs Samsara
AegisRoad vs Samsara
Samsara is a powerful enterprise telematics platform built on installed hardware and multi-year contracts. AegisRoad does fleet tracking, DVIR, and maintenance from the phone already in the cab — no hardware, no contract, $12.99 a vehicle.
The short version
Enterprise hardware platform vs. phone-based simplicity.
Both track your fleet. The difference is what it takes to start and who it’s built for. Samsara ships proprietary gateways you install per vehicle and typically locks you into a multi-year agreement — aimed at larger fleets that also need FMCSA ELD/HOS compliance and AI dash cams. AegisRoad runs on phones your drivers already carry, bills month-to-month at a flat per-vehicle rate, and is built for small and mid-size operations that want tracking, inspections, and maintenance without the enterprise overhead.
Side by side
How they compare
| AegisRoad | Samsara | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | None — runs on iOS & Android phones | Proprietary GPS gateways (plus optional AI dash cams), installed per vehicle |
| Contract | Month-to-month, cancel anytime | Typically a multi-year contract (commonly three years) |
| Pricing | $12.99 / vehicle / month, published | Quote-based, not publicly listed, plus upfront hardware |
| Drivers | Unlimited, free | Priced per vehicle/seat; contact sales |
| Setup | Download the app, start in minutes | Install a gateway in each vehicle (DIY or paid install) |
| DVIR & maintenance | Included | Included |
| ELD / HOS compliance | No — AegisRoad is not an ELD | Yes — FMCSA-registered ELD/HOS |
| AI dash cams | Not offered | Yes |
| Best for | Small–mid fleets wanting simple tracking, DVIR & maintenance | Larger fleets needing ELD, dash cams & deep integrations |
Samsara details reflect publicly reported information and can change — verify current pricing and features on Samsara’s site.
Where Samsara is the better fit
If you’re legally required to run an ELD with hours-of-service logs, want AI dash cams with in-cab coaching, or need deep enterprise integrations across a large fleet, Samsara is built for exactly that — and AegisRoad doesn’t try to replace it. AegisRoad is not an ELD.
Where AegisRoad fits better
If you run a handful to a few dozen vehicles, don’t want to install hardware or sign a multi-year contract, and mainly need live tracking, FMCSA-style DVIR, maintenance reminders, and driver scorecards, AegisRoad gives you that for a flat $12.99 a vehicle with drivers free.
Simple pricing
One price. Every feature. Every vehicle.
- Unlimited drivers, always free
- Every feature included — no tiers to unlock
- No hardware, no installation, no SIM fees
- 14-day free trial · cancel anytime, no contract
Optional OBD engine-data add-on coming soon.
Questions
AegisRoad vs Samsara FAQ
Can AegisRoad replace Samsara for ELD compliance?
No. AegisRoad is not an ELD and does not record hours-of-service logs. If you’re federally required to run an ELD, you need a certified ELD provider. AegisRoad covers tracking, DVIR, and maintenance.
Do I have to install hardware like I do with Samsara?
No. AegisRoad runs on the phones your drivers already carry — no gateways, no installation, no SIM.
Is there a contract?
No. AegisRoad is month-to-month and you can cancel anytime, after a 14-day free trial.
How does pricing compare?
AegisRoad is a flat $12.99 per vehicle per month with unlimited free drivers. Samsara is quote-based with hardware costs on top — check Samsara’s site for a current quote.